Efrem Zimbalist Jr. Dies at 95

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May 3, 2014 at 11:21 AM

Efrem Zimbalist Jr., the star ofThe F.B.I.and77 Sunset Strip,passed away at his ranch in Solvang, Calif.,Deadlinereports. He was 95."We are heartbroken to announce the passing into peace of our beloved father," his family said in a statement. "A devout Christian, ...

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Efrem Zimbalist Jr., the star of The F.B.I. and 77 Sunset Strip, passed away at his ranch in Solvang, Calif., Deadline reports. He was 95.

"We are heartbroken to announce the passing into peace of our beloved father," his family said in a statement. "A devout Christian, he actively enjoyed his life to the last day, showering love on his extended family, playing golf, and visiting with close friends. We will miss him dearly."

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The New Yorker began his career on Broadway before landing a few film roles and a recurring role on Maverick n the late '50s. Zimbalist then went on to land leading roles on the ABC dramas F.B.I. and 77 Sunset Strip. He also appeared on Scruples, Love Boat and Remington Steele and provided the voice of Alfred in Batman: The Animated Series, The new Batman Adventrues and Justice League.